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Traditional Turkish soup, rich in collagen and protein
In season: Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Kelepaça Soup (250 g) has 200 calories. That works out to 80 calories per 100 g. It contains 5.5 g of carbs, 18.8 g of protein, 11.3 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 1.1 µg of B12 covers 47% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 250 g
200
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
5.5g
· 2% DV
Protein
18.8g
· 38% DV
Fat
11.3g
· 14% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 11% · Protein 38% · Fat 51%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 200 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.3 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 4.5 g | 23% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 800 mg | 35% |
| Total carbohydrate | 5.5 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 18.8 g | 38% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 250 g | 200 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 80 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 200 g | 160 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 250 g | 200 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 240 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 264 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 280 kcal |
| 1 bottle (jumbo) | 500 g | 400 kcal |
Calculated from 80 calories per 100 g.
Kelepaça Soup is made by simmering a sheep's or cow's head and feet until the meat and connective tissue soften. The meat is picked from the bones and returned to the strained broth; garlic, vinegar and lemon are common accompaniments.
To make Kelepaça Soup, clean the head and feet, simmer them until tender, then strain the broth and separate the meat from the bones. Return the meat to the broth and serve hot, often with garlic, vinegar and lemon.
Kelepaça Soup uses meat from the head and feet, while tripe soup is made from the stomach lining. Both may be served with garlic and vinegar, but their main ingredients and textures are distinct.
Kelepaça Soup can set into a gel when cold because prolonged cooking releases gelatin from the connective tissue, skin and bones. It should loosen again when reheated; that texture alone does not mean the soup has spoiled.
Yes. Long simmering converts collagen from the head and feet's connective tissue into gelatin, which contributes to Kelepaça Soup's rich texture. Eating it is not a proven way to achieve a particular health or skin benefit.
To reduce the strong smell of Kelepaça Soup, clean and rinse the head and feet thoroughly before cooking, and discard the first boiling water. Simmering in fresh water with onion or a bay leaf can also mellow the aroma.
Yes, a pressure cooker works for Kelepaça Soup and can help the meat soften and separate from the bones. Cooking time varies with the cut and animal, so check that the meat is tender before finishing the broth.
Kelepaça Soup is commonly served hot with lemon, garlic and vinegar so diners can adjust the sharpness to taste. Crusty bread is a simple accompaniment, and the soup is often eaten as a hearty meal on its own.
Refrigerate leftover Kelepaça Soup in a covered container once it has stopped steaming, rather than leaving it out for an extended time. Freeze portions for longer storage and reheat them thoroughly before serving.
Yes, Kelepaça Soup is sometimes eaten early in the morning or late at night in Turkey, as well as served as a meal at other times. It is usually brought to the table hot with lemon, garlic and vinegar.
Vitamins
B12
1.13µg · 47% DV
B5
1.25mg · 25% DV
B3
3mg · 19% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
Minerals
Sodium
800mg · 35% DV
Phosphorus
145mg · 21% DV
Zinc
2mg · 18% DV
Copper
0.15mg · 17% DV
Potassium ⭐
275mg · 8% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Kelepaça Soup is a traditional Turkish broth made by slowly simmering the head and feet of an animal, commonly lamb or calf. The long cooking draws out gelatin and gives the broth its rich, slightly silky body; recipes vary by region and household.
It is served piping hot, often with garlic vinegar, lemon and chilli added at the table. In Turkey, it is a familiar choice at soup shops, including late at night; elsewhere, it makes a warming meal or starter. It provides protein, with 7.5 g per 100 g. For a lighter bowl, skim off some of the fat and serve with plenty of lemon.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.75g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.45g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.8:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.